Sermons on modern society: showing 841-855 of 44,494

To Be A Father Like God

Contributed by Rodney Langley on Jun 18, 2011

The role of the father has been greatly diminished in our society. Because of this, we can see how the world is changing around us. We must restore biblical fatherhood to our society. The only way to do that is to look to our heavenly Father as the gre

FATHER’S DAY: TRY TO BE A FATHER LIKE GOD Rodney Langley Introduction The role of the father has been greatly diminished in our society. Because of this, we can see how the world is changing around us. We must restore biblical fatherhood to our society. The only way to do that is to look ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Enough!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 17, 2023

If it seems as if the world is falling apart before our eyes, perhaps it is because the world is falling apart before our eyes. How, then, shall Christians live in the midst of a world sliding toward divine judgement?

“‘Hear this word, you cows of Bashan, who are on the mountain of Samaria, who oppress the poor, who crush the needy, who say to your husbands, ‘Bring, that we may drink!’ The Lord GOD has sworn by his holiness that, behold, the days are coming upon you, when they shall take you away with ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Hope - Much More Than Coke

Contributed by Philip Cairns on Feb 1, 2002

Understanding the difference between ’wish lists’ and ’hope’ as the Scriptures teach it.

TITLE: "Faith and hope - much more than Coke" SCRIPTURE: James 1:2-12 AIM: Through an understanding of ‘suffering’, challenge my hearers about their faith and how they would stand when tested. INTRODUCTION: In 1 Corinthians Paul talks about the three things that will remain - faith, hope and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Holiness

The Joyous Mother Of Children

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 10, 2014

A consideration of God's best gifts and our response to His goodness. Weighing society's response and what our response to God should be.

“Praise the LORD! Praise, O servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD! “Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and forevermore! From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the LORD is to be praised! “LORD is high above all nations, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

78. Revelation 1-7 - Evil Powers Exposed Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

There are evil powers at work that infiltrate and infest all levels of human society, and the book of Revelation systematically exposes these malevolent powers, along with their destruction

IN GOD'S IMAGE 78 - REVELATION 1-7 - EVIL POWERS EXPOSED This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:10, Revelation 4:9-11, Revelation 5:5-6, Revelation 5:9, Revelation 6:7-8, Revelation 6:16, Revelation 7:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Are You A Friend Of God?

Contributed by John Oquinn on Sep 15, 2018

Abraham's' faith on trial

What does GOD have to say about you? Can you imagine what it must feel like to have GOD reference you by name -- as HIS friend? What would it take to be known as a personal friend of GOD? Abraham is said to be a friend of GOD in two different passages, one of those spoken by GOD. Isaiah 41:8 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beware Of Mammon

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jul 10, 2024

Have you ever wondered, if you take away the music and the money power from today’s churches what will remain? How many people will still be attending the assemblies? God’s work does not suffer because of the lack of money as some money loving preachers say.

Our Lord said, “No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.” (Matthew 6:24). When God and mammon become rivals, one or other will inevitably be rejected. In spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, Acts 3:1-11, 1 Corinthians 4:11-12, 1 Timothy 6:10, Luke 12:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Has Nothing To Hide Series

Contributed by Clay Hilton on Dec 18, 2003

This message deals with the fact that God is a God of wrath, This message is kind of like a modern day "Sinners In The Hands Of An Angry God", except of course not as good, and not as well known.

God Has Nothing To Hide FINDING GOD part 4 INTRO: In an American History discussion group, the professor was trying to explain how societies ideal of beauty changes with time. "For example, he said, "take the 1921 Miss America. She stood five ft tall, weighed 108 pounds and had measurements of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:26-27, Romans 1:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Verdict On Judgment Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 23, 2022

We all make judgments practically every day. Some are quick and quite subtle, while others are more deliberate and obvious. Believers must ensure their judgments are biblical, and measured with grace.

The Verdict on Judgment Matthew 7: 1-5 We have come to a new chapter in our study of the Sermon on the Mount, but it is just a continuation of the thoughts of our Lord. We have considered and discussed many practical subjects that deal with human life and practice in our study and we continue to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pick Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jan 19, 2001

Examines the call to vocation of everyone, whether to the priesthood to be a Christian in Society. Written for a young audience in a very open style.

How Does the Gospel Affect Our Lives? Given at the Chichester Diocese Youth Summer Camp, August 2000. Texts: Romans 12: 1-13; Luke 9:23-28 Luke 9:23 Then he said to them all, `If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me’. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-28, Romans 12:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How To Face Life's Challenges Iv Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 12, 2001

This sermon is a continuation of the series in the beatitudes. Being persecuted for taking a stand in our society on issues as abortion and homosexuality are presented.

How To Face Life’s Challenges Part IV. NLF 6/10/2001 2 Chron 24;17-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 Text Matt 5:10-12 We have previously looked in our Bibles at Matthew chapter 5 verses 1-9. These verses have been called the Be-attitudes. Someone has said these are the attitudes that should be in us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shine The Light!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002

A message encouraging us to not just "rail against the darkness" but to be active in bringing the light of God’s Word to society.

Shine the Light Matthew 5:14-16 October 27, 2002 Introduction You’ve probably noticed that the days are getting shorter. Actually, the days are still the same length. They are 24 hours long, just like they’ve always been. But the darkness is getting longer. Night falls earlier, and the light ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, John 1:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Troy Mccrory on Jan 2, 2006

With all that seems to be going wrong in society and around us it could well be that we were placed here for Such a Time as This

Est 4:8 Also he gave him the copy of the writing of the decree that was given at Shushan to destroy them, to show it unto Esther, and to declare it unto her, and to charge her that she should go in unto the king, to make supplication unto him, and to make request before, him for her people. Est ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wisdom And Reality Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2003

A wise man takes life in stride because he has a realistic perspective about people, society, and himself.

Wisdom and Reality (Eccl. 8:1--9:3) 1. Wisdom has always been a valuable quality: Ivy Lee, a management consultant, was called in by Charles Schwab, chairman of Bethlehem Steel Company, to give him advice on how to better manage his time. After observing Schwab for several hours, Lee gave this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Christ Was Born Shepherds Came

Contributed by William Yates on Dec 9, 2003

When Christ was born, he was not visited by nobility, but rather, those considered the most vile and lowly in the society of their day.

Luke 2 Christ Born of Mary The Birth and Childhood of Jesus (1) 1 And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3So all went to be registered, everyone to his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7